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The City of Van Meter, Iowa (pop. 1,468) is a chartered home rule city with a Mayor-Council/Administrator. The Van Meter City Council meets for its regular business meeting on the second Monday of each month at 7:00pm.
Wednesday, March 5, 2025![]()
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As more winter weather is expected late Thursday into Friday & Public Works will be cleaning up from the recent snow, all snow ordinances remain in effect until further notice. ![]()
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UPDATE FROM THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE:![]()
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A second winter storm system will spread a band of snow across Iowa from late Thursday into Friday. While winds will be much lighter with that system, moderate snow accumulations are expected and will cause travel impacts Friday.![]()
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The location and magnitude of higher snowfall amounts is still uncertain though generally the snow will fall between Highway 3 and Interstate 80 - through much of central Iowa. This may impact both the morning and afternoon commutes (on Friday).
Please see the update from Mid American regarding power restoration as of this afternoon.
Public Works is clearing the streets. Travel is still not advised. Please check the DOT for updates if you have to head out but stay in if possible. ![]()
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MidAmerican is working to restore power outages. Dallas County Data is working to restore internet outages. ![]()
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City Hall is open. The Library is closed.I-80 WEST NOW IMPASSABLE from Jordan Creek Parkway to the Avoca exit. Authorities are in the process of closing IA 415 across the Mile Long Bridge over Saylorville Lake due to winds/very low visibility. Do not attempt to use these roadways where multiple crashes are reported.
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Tuesday, March 4, 2025![]()
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Winter isn’t done yet…..![]()
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The Parking Ban is in place through at least Wednesday, March 5, 2025 and we will update as changes occur.![]()
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Stay safe!